Interact with elders in your family or neighbourhood to find out various plants and animals that they see now but were not seen earlier and vice-versa. Collect pictures of these plants and animals and paste them in a scrapbook. Find out more about them from your teacher.

Elders in your family or neighborhood have noticed several changes in the local biodiversity over the years. They have observed the emergence of new plants like “Parthenium”, an invasive species that has spread rapidly and impacted native flora. This plant was not seen earlier but is now quite common.

On the other hand, they have noticed a decline in the population of “House Sparrows”, which were once abundant. The decline in sparrows is often attributed to urbanization, loss of nesting sites, and changes in food availability.

Conversely, some species have become more common. “Peepal trees”, which are revered in Indian culture, have become more widespread. These trees provide habitat for various birds and insects, contributing to the local ecosystem.

Additionally, there has been an increase in the number of “Butterflies”. Butterflies are important pollinators and indicators of a healthy environment. Their increased presence can be attributed to greater awareness and conservation efforts.

For your scrapbook, you can collect pictures of these plants and animals.
(Parthenium, House Sparrow, Peepal Tree, Butterfly)

(Note: Discuss these observations with your teacher to learn more about their significance and the reasons behind these changes. This activity will help you understand the dynamic nature of biodiversity and the impact of environmental changes on different species.)

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